Palermo con tour della città e degustazione from 142 €

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Created: Tuesday, June 25, 2024

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Palermo, the vibrant capital of Sicily, is a city where layers of history, architecture, and culture overlap at every corner. Founded by the Phoenicians, shaped by the Arabs, Normans, and Spanish, it offers a unique mix you can see in its golden mosaics, baroque churches, and lively street markets. Wandering its streets, you’ll pass crumbling palazzi next to elegant theatres, hidden courtyards, and small shrines tucked into alley walls. It’s chaotic, noisy, and utterly captivating. Start in the historic center with the Norman Palace and its dazzling Palatine Chapel, where Byzantine mosaics shimmer in gold. From there, stroll to the Cathedral of Palermo, a masterpiece that blends Arab-Norman, Gothic, and Baroque elements in one structure. Explore the Quattro Canti crossroads and nearby Piazza Pretoria, famous for its dramatic fountain adorned with statues. Don’t miss the churches of La Martorana and San Cataldo, another perfect expression of Palermo’s Arab-Norman heritage and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Palermo’s soul truly reveals itself in its markets. Ballarò, Vucciria, and Capo overflow with fresh produce, seafood, and street food, accompanied by the singsong calls of vendors. Try local specialties like arancine (fried rice balls), panelle (chickpea fritters), sfincione (thick Sicilian pizza), and cannoli filled with sweet ricotta. In the evening, dine at a trattoria in the old town, then join locals for a passeggiata, a leisurely stroll along Via Maqueda or down to the seafront. Use Palermo as a base to discover the surrounding area: the seaside town of Mondello with its sandy beach, the dramatic cliffs of Monte Pellegrino, and the archaeological site of Segesta are all within easy reach. Whether you’re drawn by art and history, food and wine, or simply the pleasure of getting lost in atmospheric streets, Palermo offers an intense, authentic taste of Sicily that lingers long after you’ve left.

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15 Aug

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Palco Rooms&Suites

8.8

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Palermo - At 0.7 km from the centreWITH BREAKFASTVia Cavour 118, Palermo 90133

Standard Double room (full double bed)

With a stay at Palco Rooms&Suites, you'll be centrally located in Palermo, steps from Teatro Massimo and 3 minutes by foot from Via Roma. This guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Quattro Canti and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Palermo Harbour.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. 40-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have hair dryers and slippers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

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